Marc Antony in Julius Caesar Act III, sc. 1 (line 211)

Who is the speaker in the provided excerpt from "Julius Caesar"?

• Caesar

• Brutus

• Antony

• Cassius

Answer explanation

The speaker in the provided excerpt from 'Julius Caesar' is Antony, making 'Antony' the correct choice.

In the excerpt, what does Antony say his credit now stands on?

• Solid ground

• Slippery ground

• Firm ground

• Rocky ground

Answer explanation

In the excerpt, Antony says his credit now stands on slippery ground, indicating uncertainty or instability.

According to Antony, what are the two ways he might be perceived?

• A hero or a villain

• A friend or an enemy

• A coward or a flatterer

• A leader or a follower

Answer explanation

Antony might be perceived as a coward or a flatterer according to his own words.

What does Antony suggest would grieve Caesar more than his death?

• Antony's betrayal

• Antony making peace with Caesar's foes

• Antony's own death

• Antony's exile

Answer explanation

Antony making peace with Caesar's foes is suggested to grieve Caesar more than his death, as it implies a betrayal of Caesar's legacy and principles.

What metaphor does Antony use to describe Caesar in the line "O world, thou wast the forest to this hart"?

• Caesar as a tree

• Caesar as a hunter

• Caesar as a forest

• Caesar as a hart (deer)

Answer explanation

Antony uses the metaphor of Caesar being a hart (deer) in the line 'O world, thou wast the forest to this hart.' This comparison highlights Caesar's vulnerability and innocence amidst a dangerous world.

What does Antony predict will happen to Rome after Caesar's death?

• Peace and prosperity

• Chaos and civil war

• Foreign invasion

• Economic collapse

Answer explanation

Antony predicts that chaos and civil war will happen to Rome after Caesar's death.

How does Antony describe Brutus in his speech?

• The noblest Roman of them all

• A traitor to Rome

• A cowardly conspirator

• A misguided friend

Answer explanation

Antony describes Brutus as 'The noblest Roman of them all' in his speech.

What does Antony use to sway the public's opinion during his speech?

• Bribery

• Caesar's will

• Threats

• Promises of power

Answer explanation

Antony uses Caesar's will to sway the public's opinion during his speech, revealing the contents to gain their support.